Home Energy Pros2015-03-03T22:52:58ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInmanhttp://api.ning.com:80/files/7lmaUDg5G5MGYY-V5yZpzBciS5aFY6qcot2Tf8bQk1aRNemuNCgce4xtprQyrCaDevPInN1fVcqArTF5YVVwTXmGN6It255e/silas4.jpg?width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1http://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/group/marketingenergyefficiency/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=156x3fjxcrbzs&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHow to give back to your Customerstag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2015-01-29:6069565:Topic:1747082015-01-29T03:37:45.481ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInman
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<p>If you manage a Facebook page then you've probably noticed that you can change your post settings to allow for privacy and targeting of posts (this is a fairly new feature). Has anyone tried this yet? What do you think are the pros and cons of doing this? Which targeting options would you, or have you, used? You can target your post by gender, age, relationship status, education level, location (from country down to city), language, interests and post end date (not sure what that…</p>
<p>If you manage a Facebook page then you've probably noticed that you can change your post settings to allow for privacy and targeting of posts (this is a fairly new feature). Has anyone tried this yet? What do you think are the pros and cons of doing this? Which targeting options would you, or have you, used? You can target your post by gender, age, relationship status, education level, location (from country down to city), language, interests and post end date (not sure what that means).</p>
<p>In addition to targeting you can also adjust the privacy setting for each post. It can either be public, or only view-able to certain demographics. I'm not entirely sure how this differs from targeting.</p>
<p>Anyone have any experience with this?</p> Residential Energy Efficiency displaystag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2014-02-04:6069565:Topic:1485602014-02-04T01:45:31.555ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInman
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<p>I'm looking to showcase the energy efficiency offerings we have. We want to showcase some of our common solutions in our area, which are duct sealing, air sealing, energy efficient light bulbs, sealing chases and fir downs, and adding insulation. We have a store where we are trying to do displays of each of these things. What we've thought up for each is below:</p>
<p>Duct sealing - Fan with small plenum and two ducts coming off and terminating. One sealed, one…</p>
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<p>I'm looking to showcase the energy efficiency offerings we have. We want to showcase some of our common solutions in our area, which are duct sealing, air sealing, energy efficient light bulbs, sealing chases and fir downs, and adding insulation. We have a store where we are trying to do displays of each of these things. What we've thought up for each is below:</p>
<p>Duct sealing - Fan with small plenum and two ducts coming off and terminating. One sealed, one unsealed. </p>
<p><em>Questions - Does anyone have pointers on what sort of fog machine and fan to use? The idea behind these displays is that they can be turned off and on like a childrens museum display, by the push of a button. Any pointers on what to use would be appreciated.</em></p>
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<p>Air sealing - Looking for a plan for a plexiglass house where we can show air leakage. Again, looking for a plan for an "activate" button as well as a fan size and fog machine. And house plans. I've seen these at trade shows, if someone could show me a plan or even a good picture that would be awesome.</p>
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<p>Energy efficient light bulbs - Who knows how to get one of those displays like they have at home depot? We'd love to show one. </p>
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<p>Sealing chases - Probably goes along with the plexiglass house. Thoughts?</p>
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<p>Adding insulation - We were thinking of a basic plexiglass box with a thermometer under low insulation and under lots of insulation with heat lamps above. Any other thoughts are welcome.</p>
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<p>Overall, if you have any plans for how to make an energy efficient display, or knowledge on how to get one from a sales rep, we would love to know! </p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
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<p>That quote was from a member of this forum H Skinner some time ago and it is still true today.</p>
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<p> For the most we work mainly in the commercial industrial energy sector saving our Customers upwards of 30 % on their Energy Cost at absolutly NO cost to them . They then use the savings for upgrades, your fee's etc. and save More, its a win -win process.</p>
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<p>That quote was from a member of this forum H Skinner some time ago and it is still true today.</p>
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<p> For the most we work mainly in the commercial industrial energy sector saving our Customers upwards of 30 % on their Energy Cost at absolutly NO cost to them . They then use the savings for upgrades, your fee's etc. and save More, its a win -win process.</p>
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<p>The same can be done in the residential sector and for many they can get Energy Both Electricity and Natural Gas for FREE (they ony have to pay the Taxes)</p>
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<p>OK, our company works with a radiant barrier coating, looks and applies like paint. We found out early on that the more intelligent and informed the homeowner is, the more they understand and realize it is a good investment. I know this is not news to anyone here.. </p>
<p>You can show them all the statements, lab reports and photos you have and they are still not convinced enough to sign on the dotted line. For THOSE homeowners, we found out that you have to give them something they can…</p>
<p>OK, our company works with a radiant barrier coating, looks and applies like paint. We found out early on that the more intelligent and informed the homeowner is, the more they understand and realize it is a good investment. I know this is not news to anyone here.. </p>
<p>You can show them all the statements, lab reports and photos you have and they are still not convinced enough to sign on the dotted line. For THOSE homeowners, we found out that you have to give them something they can feel / touch to convince them that what you are offering will indeed save them energy money.</p>
<p>If you can convince them by having them feel SOMETHING / ANYTHING that they will save energy money AND you offer them something for free, that, in most cases will push them onto your side of the fence.</p>
<p>It is very hard for a homeowner to believe they can save energy money with a coat of paint. So, we run into the not convinced homeowner constantly.</p>
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<p>Here is a few of the 'Touchy Feely' portions of our 'Sales pitch' for our product and services.</p>
<p>One service we offer is to coat the rooftop AC unit and any exposed ductwork to keep those metals cool in the hot months and greatly reduce the heat gain / loss through those metals. Now for the 'Touchy Feely' parts.</p>
<p>1. I have a 4 foot long by 2 feet wide and 10 inches high piece of galvanized metal AC duct. I pulled this from a construction site scrap pile 20 years ago. I divided it in two sections with a piece of plywood. One side is coated on the outside with our product, the other is bare. Both sides are stuffed full of fiberglass insulation.When I arrive at the home I place the piece of duct on the fronty lawn in the sun. I ask the customer to feel both sides for the temperature difference. Then we go inside and I give my talk and show my 'Evidence on paper'. so to speak. They seldom convinced at that point. HOWEVER, they are now chomping at the bit to go back out and feel that duct again.</p>
<p>So, we go back outside. I always have them feel the coated side first, nice and cool. They always do the same thing. They will touch the paint quickly with their fingertips, then they will place their entire hand down on it flat, nice and cool. THEN, they will place their hand flat on the bare side. If it is a 90 to 100 degree day, they just laid their hand on 170+ degree metal. If it is a man, that is the poi nt I usually get cussed at, in a semi-friendly way. I then say 'We are trying to keep the air cold in your ducts. Do you think we would save you energy money?" They would say yes. Then I would take them back inside.</p>
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<p>Once inside I would tell them that our coating will also work to keep heat in the ducts and the house in the cold months. Again, they do not want to believe that a coat of paint can retain any heat. Now we go to the kitchen sink, turn the hot water on letting it run very slowly. Then we got to the hot water heater. and expose a small section of the hot water pipe at the water heater. Then I pull out a 4 inch by 2 inch piece of stitchbond polyester roofing cloth that has been coated with our product. I wrap it tightly around the hot pipe and pinch the ends together. After a few second I ask them to feel the coated cloth. Then feel the hot pipe, very gingerly this time.. </p>
<p>I explain that, obviously, they are not going to keep their home at the at the same temperature as their hot water, but, the percentage of of the normal heat loss to the outside cold isa the same percentage.</p>
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<p>AT THIS POINT, I offer to coat their AC unit and ductwork FOR FREE if they agree to have us either paint the exterior of the house or interior walls and ceilings. I also offer to coat their water heater FOR FREE to save them even more energy money.</p>
<p>If the initial ca ll that came in was about coating an asphalt or comp shingle roof, I would also place a shingle, same color as their roof, on the lawn when I arrive and do the same demonstration as the duct.</p>
<p>90% of those customers are sold at that point and we get the contract.</p>
<p>I also give them the coated cloth so they can do the same demonstration for a neighbor or relative that works in the construction industry. We have gotten many calls and contracts the next day.</p>
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<p>The main point I am trying to get across here is to figure out a way you can quickly and cheaply give them a very simple and believable demonstration of how YOUR product and service will save them the energy money you TALK about. GIVE THEM THE 'TOUCHY FEELY' SALES PITCH AND THEY ARE SOLD.</p>
<p>Touchy / Feely works!</p>
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<p>Good Luck</p>
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<p>Hal Skinner</p>
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<p>I'm interested in locating some online tools that roughly calculate homeowner energy efficiency. Things similar to this - <a href="http://c01.apogee.net/calcs/energyaudit/?hostheader=duquesnelight&amp;utilityid=duquesnelight"><br></br></a></p>
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<p>I've been able to find many…</p>
<p>I'm interested in locating some online tools that roughly calculate homeowner energy efficiency. Things similar to this - <a href="http://c01.apogee.net/calcs/energyaudit/?hostheader=duquesnelight&amp;utilityid=duquesnelight"><br/></a></p>
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<p>I've been able to find many cell phone apps but not many good ones for PC.</p>
<p>Does anyone know of any similar programs / tools online that are free?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Tyler</p>
<p></p> Slighty off the Tracktag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2013-04-23:6069565:Topic:1148972013-04-23T22:16:00.187ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInman
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<p>Much has been written in recent times on consumer attitudes towards investing in energy efficiency retrofits, a recent GTM article <a href="http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficiency-Gain-Traction?utm_source=SmartGrid&amp;utm_medium=Headline&amp;utm_campaign=GTMDaily" rel="nofollow">http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficie...</a> does hit the nail on the head. </p>
<p>Share your own experiences; is differentiating between investing in…</p>
<p>Much has been written in recent times on consumer attitudes towards investing in energy efficiency retrofits, a recent GTM article <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficiency-Gain-Traction?utm_source=SmartGrid&amp;utm_medium=Headline&amp;utm_campaign=GTMDaily">http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficie...</a> does hit the nail on the head. </p>
<p>Share your own experiences; is differentiating between investing in Energy Efficiency &amp; Renewable Energy a perception problem and a communication issue. in your experience do customers receive real financial benefits post their Energy Efficiency investments. </p> What is the Consumer Attitude towards Energy Efficiency Products & Servicestag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2013-04-13:6069565:Topic:1142322013-04-13T07:45:08.790ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInman
<p>Much has been written in recent times on consumer attitudes towards investing in energy efficiency retrofits, a recent GTM article <a href="http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficiency-Gain-Traction?utm_source=SmartGrid&amp;utm_medium=Headline&amp;utm_campaign=GTMDaily" rel="nofollow">http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficie...</a> does hit the nail on the head. </p>
<p>Share your own experiences; is differentiating between investing in…</p>
<p>Much has been written in recent times on consumer attitudes towards investing in energy efficiency retrofits, a recent GTM article <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficiency-Gain-Traction?utm_source=SmartGrid&amp;utm_medium=Headline&amp;utm_campaign=GTMDaily">http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Can-Home-Energy-Efficie...</a> does hit the nail on the head. </p>
<p>Share your own experiences; is differentiating between investing in Energy Efficiency &amp; Renewable Energy a perception problem and a communication issue. in your experience do customers receive real financial benefits post their Energy Efficiency investments. </p> Selecting a Name for HPC Companytag:homeenergypros.lbl.gov,2012-10-09:6069565:Topic:963022012-10-09T03:10:51.604ZSilas Inmanhttp://homeenergypros.lbl.gov/profile/SilasInman
<p>Here's one for you Home Energy Marketing Pros.. I'm with a Community Action Program that is in the process of forming a social enterprise (for-profit subsidiary). We'll be offering home performance services to the untapped moderate and upper income residential market in the Grand Forks and Fargo, ND area. It seems to me that by selecting a good name we can set the stage for all of our marketing endeavors; so this is an important decision. Here are a few things that come to…</p>
<p>Here's one for you Home Energy Marketing Pros.. I'm with a Community Action Program that is in the process of forming a social enterprise (for-profit subsidiary). We'll be offering home performance services to the untapped moderate and upper income residential market in the Grand Forks and Fargo, ND area. It seems to me that by selecting a good name we can set the stage for all of our marketing endeavors; so this is an important decision. Here are a few things that come to mind:</p>
<p><br/> Comfort Pros *this is my favorite, as it is short and easy to say and remember. However, for it to work, a good tagline would be essential..<br/> Home Comfort Pros<br/> Home Comfort Solutions<br/> Advanced Comfort Solutions<br/> Red River Valley Home Performance<br/> Home Comfort Services<br/> Home Energy Pros<br/> Home Energy Services<br/><br/>I should note that we are also talking about doing some small commercial, so maybe having Home in the title won't be a good idea...<br/><br/>Looking forward to your suggestions. Thanks!</p>